Queensland Rail’s RailSmart program aims to positively influence people’s attitude and behaviour on and around trains, tracks and rail property, and encourage community members to take responsibility for their own safety and that of others.
Queensland Rail through its ongoing community commitment offers school and community visits across Queensland, where our Education Unit deliver a proactive message of safety at or near railway lines.
In 2008/09 the Community Education Team (including RailSmart presentations and Events) delivered:
- Around 500 education session and events presenting to 136 205 people throughout the state
- A significant achievement in February 2009 when our 1 millionth student participated in our Safety educational program
- Visited schools and community groups between Mount Isa; and Townsville for the first time as part of the regional RailSmart program.
- The rail safety message with the launch of our global best practice rail safety education website railsmart.com.au